Graduate Certificates

California Coast University’s online certificate programs are designed to assist students looking to update their current knowledge, skill set, and overall marketability in a time and cost efficient manner.

Created with different career fields in mind, these certificates provide concentrated academic content with less requirements than those of a typical degree.

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What is a Graduate Certificate?

A graduate certificate is a master's degree level certificate comprised of four college-credit courses. The courses are typically four specialized core courses from the Master's degree in the related field of study.

Certificates are a great place to start toward getting your full master's degree.

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Benefits of a Graduate Certificate from California Coast University:

Get a jump-start on your graduate level education without the commitment of a full master’s degree. You can pick and choose the fields of study. You can think of it as a design your own master’s degree!

CCU offers a number of online graduate certificate programs in a variety of fields including Business and Healthcare. In fact, there are nine different online graduate certificate programs in all. Find the one that fits your career game plan and turn your ambitions into action. Are you in?

Flexible programs designed to fit into your busy schedule.
Low tuition with interest-free payment plans as low as $150/month.
Self-paced study with no group projects, set meeting times, or exam dates.
No classroom attendance requirements.
Qualified faculty and student service staff available to assist you throughout your program.

Textbook rental library.
Company tuition reimbursement program available.
10% Tuition Discount for Active Duty Military, Veterans, Law Enforcement, Fire Fighters, and CCU Graduates.
Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)

It has helped me to better my knowledge in my daily profession.

I truly appreciate the opportunity to work at my own pace and achieve my goals of obtaining a masters degree.

Philip Moy, Class of 2022

Explore All Online Graduate Certificate Programs

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Organizational Leadership
Graduate Certificate Online Program

The graduate certificate program in Organizational Leadership prepares students to be effective leaders for business teams at all organizational levels. The program offers students the opportunity to develop skills in organizational structure and behavior, guiding decision-making, operations, training, and development. Students will be able to take charge and provide for a corporation, government agency, or non-profit organization in new and better ways. read more

Psychology Studies
Graduate Certificate Online Program

The graduate certificate program in Psychology Studies serves as a means to further personal and professional growth. Whether or not students are employed in the field of psychology, knowledge of it may be applied in meaningful ways throughout their lives. Understanding the mind and behavior will teach students how to help others while giving them the confidence to manage teams and groups. read more

Management Studies
Graduate Certificate Online Program

The graduate certificate program in Management Studies is specifically designed for students who wish to hone their management skills or prepare for re-entry into the workforce. The program prepares students for a position as a leader in management and covers the fundamentals needed to successfully manage a team. read more

Human Resource Management
Graduate Certificate Online Program

The graduate certificate program in Human Resource Management provides students with a strong foundation to advance within the evolving human resource profession, with coursework in human relations, advanced human resource management, and compensation strategies. The program prepares students for positions managing the interaction of personnel and covers the latest HR protocols in today’s evolving business climate. read more

Marketing Studies
Graduate Certificate Online Program

The graduate certificate program in Marketing Studies meets the need for a focused graduate preparation for employment or job enhancement in marketing or advertising. The program is designed for students interested in understanding the fundamental concepts of marketing and how to apply these concepts through case studies and company and non-profit organization projects. read more

Educational Administration
Graduate Certificate Online Program

The graduate certificate program in Educational Administration emphasizes the provision of opportunities for students to develop the skills and competencies that are necessary for successful educational leadership. The program covers leadership and organizational behavior, public policy, and community relations as it relates to schools. read more

Health Care Management
Graduate Certificate Online Program

The graduate certificate program in Health Care Management provides a learning environment where students with professional experience can supplement their existing practical knowledge with new theoretical knowledge of health care organizations, health care organizational behavior, health care law, and related health care administration topics. read more

Business Administration
Graduate Certificate Online Program

The graduate online certificate program in Business Administration provides students with the opportunity to gain basic business knowledge without having to participate in a full MBA program. Students will attain an understanding of the functional areas of business administration and how each contributes to an effective business organization. read more